Delissa
Below 5 births
About Delissa
Delissa is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a creative variation of the name Melissa (derived from Greek, meaning "honey bee"), or a blend of the popular prefix "Del-" with a feminine ending. Some linguists suggest it could also be connected to the Latin word "delicia" meaning "delight" or "pleasure." Delissa emerged in the United States during the mid-20th century, gaining modest popularity in the 1970s when unique names with melodic qualities were becoming fashionable. The name has a delicate, musical quality with its soft consonants and flowing syllables. Though never extremely common, Delissa appeals to parents seeking a distinctive yet feminine-sounding name.
Pronounced duh-LIS-uh.
As of October 2026, Delissa ranked #15101 in US births in 2013 SSA, peaked at #3590 in 1965.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
Delissa on lists
Famous Delissas
- Delissa Maree Kimmince
Australian cricketer
- Delissa Anne Ridgway
U.S. Judge of the Court of International Trade